Raphael Borges Rodrigues

Raphael Borges Rodrigues (born 11 September 2003), known mononymously as Raphael, is a professional soccer player who plays as a winger for English club Coventry City. Born in the Netherlands, he represents the Australia national team at youth level.

Early life
Raphael was born in Maastricht, Netherlands to Cristiano dos Santos Rodrigues, a former professional footballer. He moved to Adelaide, South Australia, with his family at the age of five, while his extended family remained in his father's hometown, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Raphael attended St Michael's College in Henley Beach and Parade College in Bundoora, Victoria. He started playing football in Adelaide for Western Strikers before moving to Melbourne after failing to join Adelaide United.

Melbourne City
Raphael first joined Melbourne City Academy in 2017, and signed a three-year scholarship contract in September 2019. He re-signed for a season in October 2021, with an option to extend, after making five senior appearances since his first-team debut in the 2019–20 season, aged 16. Raphael made his first start for Melbourne City in the Melbourne Derby on 6 June 2021. He was named on the bench in the 2021 A-League Grand Final, being a part of City's first A-League trophy.

On 23 March 2022, Raphael scored his first professional goal in a 2–1 win over Brisbane Roar at Moreton Daily Stadium. Raphael was released by the club in June 2023.

Macarthur FC
On 27 June 2023, Raphael was announced to have signed for Macarthur FC on a two-year contract. In the 2023–24 season, Raphael managed three goals and two assists for the Bulls by February 2024. He finished the campaign for Macarthur with six goals in 33 appearances across all competitions.

Coventry City
On 24 May 2024, Raphael was announced to have signed with EFL Championship club Coventry City. He signed a 4 year deal with the West Midlands club, expiring in June 2028.

Honours
Melbourne City
 * A-League Men Premiership: 2022–23